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蝶
On'yomi
チョウ
CHOU
butterfly
naturedynamic
Details
Strokes15
Frequency#2011
Radical虫insect(6)
Stroke Order
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Strokes15
Component Breakdown
蝶=
虫枼
Insect + leaf element
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of insect and phonetic. Insect butterfly.
Symbolism
Butterfly, butterflies, transformation. Represents butterfly.
Seasonal
Symbolizes spring April to May. Dancing in spring fields heralds spring arrival. Spring seasonal word in haiku.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
蝶よ花よ
ちょうよはなよ
Like a butterfly, like a flower; Cherish and raise with great care and affection